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Benjy Weinberger: The spicy yellowtail roll is just right for when you've eaten everything in sight but you still want one more thing to round off your meal.

Christina Villela: I come here and get the "Trust Me by Nozowa" every time. - Can't resist the super fresh fish and warm rice. If you like authentic Sushi, this is the place.

Eater: The brunch lines here are truly absurd, but once you're facing a plate of gingerbread pancakes, eggs Benedict, and perfect home fries, the annoyance of the wait will recede. Read more.

Eater: Not so much San Francisco Italian, as pure unadulterated regional Italian, this family-run sparkler is free of pretension and full of love. Don’t miss the sea urchin pasta. [Eater 38 Member] Read more.

Eater: With North African and Mediterranean menu leanings and a deepened wine program, it's one of the city's most romantic restaurants, with staggering decor and engaging food. Read more.

Eater: Chefs deliver the modern American dishes to the table themselves and invite you to come into the kitchen to peer over their shoulder while they work. Read more.

Eater: Inspired by the cuisine of Brittany, chef Dominique Crenn's neighborhood spot offers a dinner party vibe, with impeccable, family-style dishes. Read more.

Eater: Smart but unpretentious small plates like octopus okonomiyaki and puffed potatoes with egg and cauliflower mousse, and one of the city's most engaging, descriptive, and smartly curated drink lists Read more.

Eater: World Pizza Champion Tony Gemignani's Neapolitan is an award-winner and his on-site pizza school attracts students from across the country. Read more.

Eater: Choose from a la carte options like duck basteeya and family-style, large format dishes of lamb and short rib, or go for the tasting menu. Read more.

Tim Vetter: New Yorkers: this place is the caliber of the best Thai places in Queens, like SriPraPhai. The default spiciness is perfect, unless you hate chilies.

Jake Kaufman: Check out the Nixie tube clock in the bathroom that counts how long you've been in there.

The Tastes that Make the City: The bourbon old-fashioned is the best bourbon cocktail in SF, making our list of "The Tastes That Make the City: SF Edition." Read more.

The Tastes that Make the City: The sliced bread with kefir butter is the best bread in SF, making our list of "The Tastes That Make the City: SF Edition." Read more.

The Tastes that Make the City: The drip coffee is the best coffee in SF, making our list of "The Tastes That Make the City: SF Edition." Read more.

The Tastes that Make the City: The frozen custard with egg yolk carmel sauce is the best custard in SF, making our list of "The Tastes That Make the City: SF Edition." Read more.

The Tastes that Make the City: The balsamic strawberry is the best ice cream in SF, making our list of "The Tastes That Make the City: SF Edition." Read more.

The Tastes that Make the City: Their margarita pitchers are the best margaritas in SF, making our list of "The Tastes That Make the City: SF Edition." Read more.

Thomas Bonneau: Dynamite seafood. Grilled pink snapper was perfection.

Azad Amir-Ghassemi: Exciting new spot. *Amazing* cocktails, good wine list, beef tartare was fantastic. Skip Brussel Sprouts on toast though...

Steve Shepherd: Eat here. If you want authentic Mexican, you won't be disappointed. Get there early. No reservations and it is popular.

Jenn Wong: The Moroccan Fried chicken is delicious - pair it with some champagne 🍾 - and be sure to check out the speakeasy "Good Housekeeping" in the back for cocktails!

Doug de Wet: First time was charming. Everything on the Redneck platter: biscuits, pimento cheese, pickles, deviled eggs, and country ham, is delicious. It's an excellent starter for sharing.